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Webasto to unveil EV charging solutions at CES 2018, Las Vegas

Aftermarket equipment manufacturer Webasto will unveil a full-service electric vehicle (EV) charging program adapted to the specifications of car manufacturers as well as retrofit solutions at CES 2018, In Las Vegas. The Level-2 charging stations are designed with the intention of delivering a reliable service for markets in North America, Europe and China.
December 22, 2017 Read time: 1 min
Aftermarket equipment manufacturer Webasto will unveil a full-service electric vehicle (EV) charging program adapted to the specifications of car manufacturers as well as retrofit solutions at CES 2018, In Las Vegas. The Level-2 charging stations are designed with the intention of delivering a reliable service for markets in North America, Europe and China.

 
The technology is compatible with both Plug-in Hybrid and Battery EVs for home, business and multi-unit dwelling applications. Each unit can be customized to meet OEM vehicle-specific requirements.
 
These wall mounted solutions are said to provide up to 50-amp or 12 kW of charging power and can be offered with connectivity and smart home capabilities. Its connectivity comes as a UL compliant system with intelligent load management and SAE J1772; IEC 62196 – Type 1 plugs for the North American market.

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